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Introducing Korean dramas and movies coming to Netflix in the second half of 2024
In the second half of 2024, Netflix will be releasing a wide variety of Korean dramas and movies. In this post, we detail some of the most anticipated seasonal returners and new films.
The Squid Game Season 2
Director : Hwang Dong-hyuk
Starring : Lee Jung-jae (Sung Ki-hoon), Lee Byung-heon (Frontman), Woo Ha-joon (Hwang Joon-ho), Gong Yoo (Recruiter), Park Sung-hoon, Im Siwan, Kang Ha-neul, Yang Dong-geun, etc.
In Season 1 of The Squid Game, Sung Ki-hoon (played by Lee Jung-jae) won a dramatic victory and 45.6 billion won in prize money, but he harbored questions and anger about the terrible truth behind the game and the forces running it.
Season 2 follows Sung Ki-hoon as he re-enters the game, uncovers its secrets, and vows revenge.
The recruiter, played by Gong Yoo, made a cameo appearance in season 1, but has a larger role in season 2.
Frontman Lee Byung Hun’s background and identity will also be explored more deeply, and his confrontation with Sung Ki-hoon will be a key plot point.
In addition, new characters such as Park Sung-hoon, Im Siwan, and Kang Ha-neul will join the cast to further enrich the story.
Lead actor Lee Jung-jae is in the spotlight for his role as a Jedi in Disney Plus’ “Echolite” series. He participated in the Disney Upfront event and mentioned that “The Squid Game Season 2” will be released in December 2024.
Lee Jung-jae’s role as a Jedi in the new Star Wars series has further increased his global recognition, which has further increased the anticipation for “The Squid Game Season 2”
Gyeongseong Creature Season 2
Director : Jung Dong-yoon
Starring : Park Seo-joon (Ho-jae), Han So-hee (Chae-ok), Lee Moo-sung, Bae Hyun-sung.
Gyeongseong Creature Season 1 was a mystery thriller set in Gyeongseong in the 1940s and centered on Jang Tae San (played by Park Seo Joon) and Chae Ok (played by Han So Hee).
At the end of season 1, a character named Ho-Jae, who had the same face as Jang Tae-San, was introduced, foreshadowing season 2.
Season 2 is set in modern-day Seoul in 2024, reuniting Ho Jae and Chae Ok and exploring their unfinished business and fate.
Ongseong Hospital, the setting of season 1, and the secrets within it will be explored further, and the new additions of Lee Moo-sung and Bae Hyun-sung will add a new layer of tension.
Sweet Home Season 3
Director : Lee Eung-bok
Starring : Song Kang, Lee Jin Wook, Lee Si-Young, Go Kom Si, Park Kyu Young, Jin Young, Yoo Oh Sung, Oh Jung Se, Kim Moo Yeol, and more.
Season 1 of Sweet Home depicted the struggle against monsters in the Green Home apartments. The main character, Hyun-soo (played by Song Kang) is on the verge of turning into a monster, but retains his humanity as a specially infected person.
In Season 2, the threat of the monsters grows, and the conflict with the new survivors is emphasized.
Season 3 marks the end of the monsters and the beginning of a new humanity, with even more powerful monsters to battle.
Expect a stronger story and direction to make up for the lackluster season 2. New cast members such as Jin Young, Yoo Oh Sung, Oh Jung Se, and Kim Moo Yeol will be joining the cast to enrich the story.
Hellbound Season 2
Director : Yeon Sang-ho
Starring : Kim Hyun-joo, Kim Sung-chul, Moon Geun-young, etc.
Season 1 of Hell made a big splash with its setup of angels suddenly appearing and announcing people’s destinies to Hell, followed by a gruesome demonstration of them. At the end of season 1, the resurrection of Park Jung-ja was foreshadowed, hinting at season 2.
Season 2 begins with the resurrection of Park Jung-ja and delves deeper into the secrets of Hell. Yoo Ah-in, who plays Jung Jin-soo, has been replaced by Kim Sung-chul, and a darker atmosphere and more suspenseful storyline are expected.
Hell Season 2 will be released in the fourth quarter of 2024.
All of Us Are Dead Season 2
All of Us Are Dead Season 2 (2024)
Director : Lee Jae-kyoo
Starring : Park Ji-hu (Nam On-jo), Yoon Chan-young (Lee Cheong-san), Cho Yi-hyun (Choi Nam-ra), Lomon (Lee Su-hyeok)
Set in a high school overrun by a zombie virus, “All of Us Are Dead” follows a group of students struggling to survive and escape. Season 1 ended with a cliffhanger, revealing some students may have immunity to the virus.
Key Themes and Storylines for Season 2
Continuation of Survival : The main group of students continues to navigate the zombie-infested environment, facing new threats and challenges.
Immunity and Mutations : Exploration of immune characters like Nam-ra, who have developed unique abilities, and the potential emergence of new mutations within the virus, adding layers of complexity to their survival.
Government and Rescue : The government’s role in containing the outbreak intensifies, with rescue operations becoming more critical.
The clash between military interventions and the students’ fight for survival adds tension.
New Characters and Dynamics : Introduction of new survivors and their backstories will bring fresh dynamics to the group, impacting alliances and conflicts.
These new characters may also hold key information about the virus.
Origins of the Virus : Season 2 delves deeper into the origins of the zombie virus, uncovering secrets and conspiracies that could change the course of the outbreak. This exploration ties back to key characters and their pasts.
“All of Us Are Dead” Season 2 is set to release globally on Netflix in 2024. The new season will delve deeper into the characters’ backstories and the origins of the zombie virus, while also introducing new characters and challenges.
Season 2 will provide deeper insights into the characters’ personalities, fears, and motivations. As they face relentless threats, their relationships will evolve, and their strengths and vulnerabilities will be further explored.
Expect more thrilling and intense zombie encounters with higher stakes. The action sequences will be more elaborate, showcasing the characters’ struggle for survival against increasingly dangerous adversaries.
Uncovering more about the virus and its implications on society. The series will weave a complex narrative involving hidden agendas, scientific discoveries, and moral dilemmas.
The series will continue to balance horror with emotional storytelling, focusing on the human aspect of the apocalypse. Themes of loss, hope, and resilience will be prominent, making the audience deeply invested in the characters’ fates.
“All of Us Are Dead” Season 2 promises to bring more excitement, drama, and horror, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.
In the Woods with No One
“In the Woods with No One” is a mystery thriller drama scheduled to be released in the third quarter of 2024 on Netflix.
It follows the story of Jeon Young-ha, the owner of a tranquil pension, whose life begins to fall apart when a mysterious woman, Yoo Seong-ah, arrives at his doorstep.
Director : Mo Wan-il
Screenplay : Son Ho-young
Production Company : Studio Flow, SLL
Starring
- Kim Yoon-seok (as Jeon Young-ha) : A pension owner whose peaceful pension life is disrupted by the arrival of Yoo Sung.
- Ah.Yoon Kye-sang (as Koo Sang-joon) : A man who takes over the motel in the summer of 2000 and whose life changes after a major incident.
- Go Go-si (played by Yoo Sung-ah) : A mysteriously attractive woman who is strangely obsessed .with the pension.
- Lee Jung-eun (played by Yoon Bo-min) : A former ace of the homicide squad who is relentless in her investigation.
- Park Ji-hwan (Jong-doo) : A man who returns to his hometown after spending his early life on the wrong side of the law.
- Ryu Hyun-kyung (Seo Eun-kyung) : A down-to-earth and self-respecting character who is married to Sang-joon and lives a normal family life.
- Noh Yoon-seo, Chan-yeol : Roles undecided.
In the summer of 2021, Jeon Young-ha is enjoying a tranquil pension life after taking over a pension and bank debt to buy a pension in the deep forest. However, his life is turned upside down when a mysterious woman named Yoo Sung-ah shows up at the pension. Jeon Young-ha struggles against Sung-ah to protect his precious life.
The drama unfolds in a structure that intertwines present and past events. In the summer of 2000, Koo Sang-joon buys a motel in the province after the IMF crisis, but a major event destroys his family’s fortune. In the summer of 2021, a similar incident occurs at Jeon Young-ha’s pension, and events from both time periods begin to intersect.
Police Chief Yoon Bo-min relentlessly investigates these suspicious incidents and keeps his eyes on Jeon Young-ha.
The main filming location is the Onbit Natural Recreation Forest in Nonsan, Chungcheongnam-do, but various other locations were used.
“In the Woods with No One” is highly anticipated by viewers who love mystery and suspense, and will be released exclusively on Netflix in 2024. We can’t wait to see how this suspenseful story will unfold.
Whirlwind
“Gust” is a political thriller drama set to premiere on June 28, 2024 on Netflix that revolves around a story of power, ambition, and revenge.
The drama is the first new work in seven years from writer Park Kyung-soo and is directed by Kim Yong-wan. It stars Seol Kyung-gu and Kim Hee-ae in the lead roles and depicts a fierce political confrontation.
Director : Kim Yong-wan
Screenplay : Park Kyung-soo
Starring
Seol Kyung-gu (as Park Dong-ho) : A prime minister who decides to assassinate the president to cleanse the country of corrupt political power.
- Kim Hee-ae (played by Jung Soo-jin) : The vice prime minister of the economy who tries to seize power.
- Kim Mi-Sook (played by Choi Yeon-Sook) : Presidential secretary.
- Kim Hong-pa (played by Jang Il-joon) : President of South Korea.
- Kim Young-min (played by Kang Sang-woon) : Vice Chairman of Daejin Group.
- Park Geun-hyung (as Chairman Kang) : Head of Daejin Group.
“Gust” begins with the shocking incident of Prime Minister Park Dong-ho (played by Seol Kyung-gu) attempting to assassinate the president in order to root out corrupt political power.
He implements an ambitious plan to completely overturn South Korea in just four weeks. Park Dong-ho is a cold-hearted man who will stop at nothing to achieve his goals, and while his actions are extreme, they are driven by a desire to uproot corrupt power and create a new world.
On the other hand, Vice Prime Minister Jung Soo-jin (Hee-ae Kim) is an ambitious woman who is determined to stop Park Dong-ho’s runaway rise to power, and the tension between the two is what makes the movie so compelling. Jung Soo-jin has risen to the top of the political world with her brilliant intellect and unwavering convictions, and she has close ties to the conglomerate Daejin Group.
The drama begins in episode 1 with Prime Minister Park Dong-ho attempting to assassinate the president, immediately captivating viewers. Throughout the drama, unpredictable events unfold in succession, maximizing immersion.
Seol Kyung-gu and Kim Hee-ae play Park Dong-ho and Jung Soo-jin, who are fiercely opposed to each other for their beliefs and goals, and their deep characterizations and strong performances keep the drama tense.
Director Kim Yong-wan’s sensitive direction, coupled with a solid script by Park Kyung-soo, maximizes the appeal of this political drama.
The drama’s suspense and twists, as well as the overwhelming performances of Seol Kyung-gu and Kim Hee-ae, have left a lasting impression on viewers.
“Gust” depicts a fierce power struggle and an intense desire to eradicate corrupt power and create a new world, and will be available on Netflix in the second half of 2024.
The Great Flood
“The Great Flood” is a science fiction disaster blockbuster movie scheduled to be released on Netflix in the fourth quarter of 2024.
The movie tells the story of people struggling to survive on an Earth hit by a great flood. It is directed by Kim Byung-woo and stars Kim Dami and Park Hae-soo.
Director : Kim Byung-woo
Screenplay : Kim Byung-woo, Han Ji-soo
Starring
- Kim Dami (as Anna) : A researcher in artificial intelligence development who struggles to survive in the midst of a massive tsunami.
- Park Hae-soo (as Hee-jo) : A member of the human security team who risks his life to rescue Anna.
“The Great Flood” is a movie set in the last days of the Earth after a great flood, and follows the last hope for humanity’s survival as they struggle to survive in a flooded apartment.
Anna (Kim Dami) is an artificial intelligence development researcher who desperately tries to survive the massive tidal wave. In order to save her, Heejo (Park Hae-soo), a member of the human security team, tries to rescue her under extreme circumstances.
The movie provides deep insights into human nature through the process of various characters cooperating and conflicting for survival. Each character chooses his or her own way to survive, but they also cooperate with each other for a common goal.
The conflicts and reconciliations that arise in the process, as well as the complex emotional lines between the characters, make the movie more immersive.
“The Great Flood” is visually stunning, with its setting in a flooded apartment building. Director Kim Byung-woo’s delicate direction, combined with state-of-the-art special effects technology, creates realistic scenes that feel like they are actually submerged in water.
Audiences feel immersed in the movie, as if they are experiencing water survival alongside the characters, and the various action sequences involving water are a highlight of the movie.
“The Flood” cranked up on January 5, 2023, and will be available on Netflix in Q4 2024. It’s not just a disaster movie, but also a deeply human drama that explores human nature in extreme circumstances.
The fresh combination of Kim Dami and Park Hae Soo and their intense performances.Kim Byung-woo’s delicate direction and state-of-the-art special effects.
The cooperation and conflict for survival and the complex emotional lines between the characters.
“The Deluge” is sure to impress audiences with its stunning visuals and deep story.
Officer Black Belt
“Officer Black Belt” is an upcoming action-comedy movie coming to Netflix in 2024. The movie tells the story of a budokan who monitors and manages a group of criminals who wear electronic anklets to prevent and monitor crime.
Starring Kim Woo-bin and Kim Sung-gyun, the movie is expected to deliver intense action and hilarious laughs.
Director : Kim Joo-hwan
Starring
- Kim Woo-bin (as Lee Jung-do) : The protagonist, a 9th-degree black belt in taekwondo, kendo, and judo with a keen sense of detecting crime.
- Kim Sung-gyun (as Kim Sun-min) : A probation officer who recognizes Lee Jung-do’s talent and sense of touch and recommends him as a martial arts instructor.
“Budo Practitioner” tells the story of Lee Jung-do (played by Kim Woo-bin), a 9th degree black belt in Taekwondo, Kendo, and Judo, who has an excellent sense of detecting crimes and martial arts skills. He is encouraged by his probation officer, Kim Sun-min (played by Kim Sung-gyun), to become a Budo Practitioner, where he begins to monitor criminals wearing electronic anklets and prevent crimes.
“The Martial Arts Practitioner” is a Netflix original film produced in collaboration with Climax Studios, who previously worked on successful projects such as “Hell,” “D.P.” and “Jung Yi”
This film, set for a global release on Netflix in the second half of 2024, follows Lee Jung-do, a martial arts practitioner, and Kim Sun-min as they team up to monitor and manage criminals wearing electronic anklets.
Their efforts to prevent crime lead to a series of conflicts and humorous situations.
The movie masterfully blends intense action scenes with comical moments, showcasing Kim Woo-bin’s impressive martial arts skills and Kim Sung-gyun’s comedic talent.
The chemistry and acting skills of these two actors enrich the film, offering audiences both thrilling action and plenty of laughs.
With the expert direction of Kim Joo-hwan and the high production quality from Climax Studios, “The Martial Arts Practitioner” promises to be a polished and entertaining action comedy, providing a fresh take on crime prevention and surveillance that will captivate viewers worldwide.
War Chronicles
Director : Kim Sang-man
Written by Park Chan-wook, Shin Chul
Starring
- Kang Dong-won (Cheon-young) : A man of low status but with exceptional swordsmanship skills who struggles to break free from his status as a vassal.
- Park Jung-min (Jong-ryeol) : The son of one of the most powerful families in Joseon, he is the bodyguard of his ancestor, and his friendship and conflict with Cheon-young.
- Cha Seung-won (Seonjo) : A king who abandons his people during the Imjin War and tries to reestablish his authority after the war.
- Kim Shin-rok (Beom-dong) : A medic who rises above the hierarchy.
- Jin Seon-gyu (Kim Ja-ryeong) : A captain of the army from Yangban, he is a humanizing figure who stands with the people.
- Jung Sung-il (Genshin) : A brutal spearhead of the Japanese army who recognizes Cheon-young’s sword skills.
Set during the chaotic times of the Imjin War, “War Chronicles” centers on the story of Jong-ryeol (Park Jung-min), the son of one of Joseon’s most powerful families, and his body servant Cheon-young (Kang Dong-won). The two share a friendship that transcends their differences in status, only to be reunited as enemies in the maelstrom of war.
Cheon-young struggles to break free from his status as a servant and attempts to carve out his own destiny with his superior sword skills, while Jong-ryeol is conflicted and frustrated by their friendship that transcends identity.
Key Themes
Friendship and Conflict : The relationship between Cheon-young and Jong-ryeol depicts a friendship that transcends status, only to be reunited as enemies due to war.
Historical Background and Battles : The historical background of the Imjin War is used to realistically depict the battles and chaos of the time, with intense battle scenes and action.
Park Chan-wook’s Participation : Park Chan-wook’s involvement in the screenplay and production enhances the completeness and depth of the movie.
Production and Release
“War Chronicles” is the first Korean film to be produced by Park Chan-wook and Netflix, and will be released globally on Netflix in 2024. Produced by Moho Films and Semicolon Studios, the film follows the drama of people living through turbulent and chaotic times.
Kang Dong-won and Park Jung-min’s Synergy : The first meeting of the two actors and their acting chemistry is highly anticipated.
Written and Produced by Park Chan-wook : Park Chan-wook’s participation increases the completeness and artistic value of the movie.
Historical Realism and Action : The realistic depiction and intense action set against the backdrop of the Imjin War will captivate audiences.
“War Chronicles” blends a historical setting with personal drama and will be available on Netflix in 2024. Expect intense performances from Kang Dong-won and Park Jung-min, along with delicate direction from Park Chan-wook.
